For over 18 years Martha Croog, LLC has devoted its practice to the representation of the rights and interests of secured creditors, in particular, the mortgage banking industry. In working with this industry in the administration of Connecticut loan portfolios, we have demonstrated excellence in the delivery of timely and cost-effective legal services. This firm has become noted for its dedicated and detailed attention to the diverse needs and requirements of our clients and their employees.

Among the comprehensive legal services we provide are mortgage foreclosures and bankruptcy, related state and federal appellate litigation, as well as summary process (REO) matters. We also represent our clients’ interests in condominium and tax foreclosures, title claims, and real estate based litigation.

Our work ethic is expressed in five core values - responsiveness, recognition, resourcefulness, reliability and resoluteness. Our diligence in understanding our clients’ business and our appreciation for the interplay between substantive law and sound business judgment, enable us to be highly effective advocates and representatives for our clients in Connecticut.

Our Core Values

Responsiveness – We are accessible and considerate to clients, borrowers and their attorneys. We promptly communicate beneficial information to aid our clients’ loss mitigation.

Recognition – We recognize the importance of diligence in understanding changing state and federal laws and judicial policies. We identify alternative legal approaches and assist in the appraisal of relevant loss mitigation strategies. In this way, we work with, and for, our clients to achieve optimal results.

Resourcefulness – We are proactive and proficient in interfacing with judicial and administrative staff. We monitor each case to reduce the risk of adverse or unforeseen outcomes or inefficiencies from outside sources.

Reliability – We aim to meet deadlines and legal milestones ahead of schedule. We pursue creative development of solutions in a timely and cost effective manner.

Resoluteness – Our clients need and deserve top-grade individualized service from our attorneys. Each member of our experienced legal team works in all practice areas in which our firm is involved. At Martha Croog, LLC, we work cooperatively to assure comprehensive and personalized case management for our clients.

Our Timelines

1-2 days to complaint filing
4-5 weeks to judgment
2 days to motion for relief or objection to confirmation

More About the Firm

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Attorney Memberships: Member of the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Mortgage Bankers Association; Fidelity National Foreclosure and Bankruptcy Solutions Attorney Network; Connecticut Bar Association – Litigation, Bankruptcy, Real Estate and Business Law Sections; Connecticut Mortgage Banker’s Association-Loss Mitigation and Legislative Committees; Association of Trial Lawyers of America; West Hartford Chamber of Commerce; American Bar Association – Litigation, Real Estate and Business Law Sections.

Admissions: Connecticut and New York Bars; US District Courts

Representative Clients: Option One Mortgage Corporation; Carrington Mortgage Services; Connecticut Housing Finance Authority; Fremont Investment and Loan; GRP Financial Services Corp.; Greater Norwalk Area Credit Union, Inc.

Policy Limits: 1M/2M, State National Insurance Co.